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09-14-2017, 08:45 AM
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Just saying hi plus seeking opinions
Hello there. Just wanted to say hi and that of the few other forums I frequent this one seems to be the most mature and helpful one of the bunch!
I have recently been infatuated with S&W handguns, I just recently traded my beloved Ruger Super Redhawk for a 629-6, this brings up my question-- original grips vs Hogue.
It seems the oem grips are a bit slippery (maybe seems that way due to more felt muzzle rise when compared to the Ruger??) and I was wondering what others thought of the Hogue grips.
Here's a pic of my slowly growing collection of Smiths:
18-4
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09-14-2017, 09:20 AM
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I personally like the OEM wood grips better. The Hogue (rubber) grips are fine and help mitigate recoil. One suggestion though, be sure to remember to clean under them regularly. They have a tendency to trap moisture, resulting in oxidation.
Remember, rust never sleeps. (Not just rubber/plastic, but all types of grips/stocks should be removed when doing regular cleaning)
Sorry about the continual OCD warnings about cleaning, corrosion, and oxidation. I can't help myself.....I'm an armorer.
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09-14-2017, 11:46 AM
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What are these other Forums you speak of, LOL.... The hogue Grips will be Softer and not as Slippery as the stock hard rubber, You can also look at Pachmayr.
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09-14-2017, 11:56 AM
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Hello,
I went from a Redhawk to a 629 6".
I've never looked back. (Besides, i broke the Redhawk)One thing I did notice ,the Rugers ate more of the power loads easier. Since I handload, I've just learned to "error "on the negative side of powder, with -10% and down being the norm. That being said, Smiths have taught me to run "hotter" specials than magnums. But, Oh well.
Those factory plastic grips are no good for any use. I use factory Hogue (rubber) ordered from S&W. They aren't expensive and with my Large hand size hands they fit perfectly.
If you want the backstrap covered, you can use X frame grips. They fit an N frame(629)and an L frame too. You can get the X frame rubber hogue grips from S&W online.
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09-14-2017, 01:04 PM
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I'm not a big fan of rubber just because of looks....they work well but are so plain looking.
Of the rubber grips I have a preference for Pachmayr. They just seem to look and work better than Hogue.
My most favorite and preferred is Ahrends Retro Combat or Retro Targets in a exotic wood. Kim Ahrend knows how to design grips that fit the human hand , they look good and give a good grasp. My avatar is a model 58 , 41 magnum , N frame , with tung oil finished Retro Combats in dark Cocobolo. Since they fit my hand they tame recoil , the tung oil finish is not slippery even with sweaty hands. And the prices are extremely reasonable.
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09-15-2017, 11:38 AM
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Thanks for all the input, I've ordered a set of Hogues.
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09-15-2017, 01:04 PM
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Let me commend you on your S&W acquisitions. Your 3rd generation Smiths are very desirable for those of us who shoot both square guns and round guns.
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09-15-2017, 01:09 PM
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Thanks!
The 1006 belonged to my cousin, I had a Remington model seven in 7mm-08 he wanted so we traded, the 3913 was at my LGS for $375 when I picked up the 627, and the 18-4 was my father in laws.
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09-15-2017, 03:12 PM
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How about both - rubber and wood?
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